FAMU men's basketball team remained unbeaten at home and snapped a 17-game losing streak to Norfolk State by taking down the Spartans by a score of 66-63 on Saturday afternoon at the Lawson Center. The Rattlers improved to (11-14 overall, 10-5 MEAC).
FAMU used stifling defense and clutch shooting to build an 18-point halftime lead and dominate the Spartans from start to finish. The Spartans (13-14 overall, 9-3 MEAC) are the number ranked team in the MEAC.
Bryce Moragne tied a career high with 18 points, going 6-of-10 from the field. He also finished with seven rebounds and one block. Rod Melton, Jr. poured in 15 points, six boards and two assists, while MJ Randolph and Nasir Core each added 10 points. Randolph dished out a team-high six assists, along with four steals and four boards and Core pulled down a team-high eight rebounds, along with three assists.
FAMU returns to the Lawson Center to face South Carolina State on Monday for Senior Night. Tip-off is set for 8 p.m.